Abstract

Extracted from text ... SA PHARMACIST'S ASSISTANT ? january / february 2005 11
Red itchy eyes may be
symptom of conjunctivitis
(inflammation of the delicate
membrane that lines the
eyelids). Conjunctivitis can
be divided into various types
according to the causative
agents. The three most
important types of
conjunctivitis are bacterial,
viral and allergic. With all
three of these types, the eyes
may appear red and feel itchy
but it is possible to
differentiate between the
various types by identifying
other symptoms that may be
specific to each. It is
important to be able to
identify between the various
types of conjunctivitis so that
a correct diagnosis can be
made and the proper
treatment initiated, as well
as referring the patient to a
doctor when necessary.
Red Itchy Eyes
By Michelle Williams ..